What In The Dang Heck
by whatinthedangheck
You’re all thinking it, but we’re the gals who say it. Tune in for your weekly dose of humor, countless heck yes & heck no moments, and our pure love for JC and His Church. Political correctness is out of touch, but the wine better be at your fingertips. What in the dang heck, it’s like you’re hanging with your bffs, creepily eavesdropping, and a girls night all wrapped up into two little earbuds. Make sure to slide into our hotline (312-775-2615), and hit us with YOUR “what in dang heck” moments! Listen. Laugh. Share.
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For the Gal who Feels Depleted with Talia Kruse | Ep 271
It’s no secret that mothers can experience depletion. In this episode, we’re joined by @mentalhealthforholiness, Catholic wife and mother of 6. She offers wisdom from her practice of coaching women. This episode will leave you better equipped so that you can give abundantly to your families. You...
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For the Gals Who Love a Military Man | Ep 270
Pulling back the curtain on our experiences as military wives. We’re covering navigating marriage & family life, moving away from family, and surrendering to our husbands’ military orders. This episode is a crash course for gals who are dating a military man and curious about what it looks like…
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Non-toxic Lifestyle: Goals, Husbands, & Hills We’ll Die On | Ep 269
When it comes to healthy living, we focus on a few simple guidelines that help us create a non-toxic home and feed nourishing food to our families. If you’re looking to get your husband more on board with crunchy living or wanting to pursue health without making it an idol, this episode is for…
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For the Gals Who Struggle with Decisions, with Fr. Peyton | Ep 268
If you’re facing a decision between two good choices and wondering what God’s will is for your life, this is the perfect episode for you. Fr. Peyton Plessala shares wisdom on how to discern God’s Will for your life and maintain peace and freedom in the process. You can find more from Fr. Peyton…
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Mom’s Needs First + Pet Aversion Post Kids | Ep 267
We’re catching up the details of Megan’s cross country move & listening to your voicemails: Freeing yourself from mom guilt, pursuing things you enjoy in motherhood, navigating pet aversions, and figuring out why other women don’t reciprocate hosting these days. Call or Text Our Hotline:...
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Cecilia & Patrick's Love Story | Ep 266
The behind-the-scenes of how we met, fell in love, and beginnings of married life. From how we navigated his online anonymity as Mr. Stache, the intricacies of a military relationship, and embracing our vocation as husband and wife. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by...
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For the Gals Struggling with God Among Infertility: Liz Marcolini | Ep 265
In this episode, we’re joined by our dear friend, @elizabeth_marcolini, who has journeyed through infertility, adoption, and pregnancy. Through the miraculous story of how each of her four children have joined her family, she shares her heart and wisdom for women walking through infertility and...
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How You Met Your Husband | Ep 264
Putting yourself out there, dropping the handkerchief, being set up, and meeting him out in the wild… Listeners share the sweetest stories that we hope inspire single gals to keep their eyes and hearts open, and remind the married gals of the joy and beauty of their own love stories. Call or Text...
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For The Gal Who’s Dating: Questions to Ask Him | Ep 263
The must-ask questions while dating to set your relationship (and future marriage) up for success. This episode will help you get on the same page with your boyfriend, discover any red flags you hadn’t observed before, and give you the chance to communicate effectively about future scenarios that...
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For The Gal Who Questions Who She is, with Mary Lenaburg | Ep 262
If you find yourself seeking approval from others, white-knuckling to get through your day, or trying (and failing) to have it all and do it all, this episode is for you. One of our favorite guests, Mary Lenaburg, is back on the podcast to share her personal experience with uncovering her…
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”Child-Free by Choice” and The Joy of Selfless Living | Ep 261
Offering our perspective on the “child-free by choice” movement, and how we choose to show the real beauty of motherhood in a world where people equate motherhood with victimhood. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our podcast, we ask you to prayerfully consider...
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For the Gals Who Resent Their Husband, With @melissagracetablada | Ep 260
You’ll leave this episode with a clear sense of the sneaky ways resentment works into your marriage, how you can change your mindset, and what effective communication looks like within your marriage. We’re joined by licensed marriage and family therapist, Melissa Tablada, who offers insights and...
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Dad vs Husband, Hosting with Chaos, and Sibling Age Gaps | Ep 259
A classic hotline episode with topics ranging from how to invest in sibling relationships, how to balance a close but healthy relationship with your dad, and our best tips for managing chaos while hosting. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our podcast, we ask you to...
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For the Gals Who Lost Their Virginity Before Marriage | Ep 258
What do you wish you would’ve been told before having sex outside of marriage? We’re sharing your real life experiences and how God has redeemed your story. This is a heavy, beautiful, and necessary conversation. If a loved one or friend comes to mind as you listen to this episode, we encourage…
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Creating Peace in the Home | Ep 257
We’re taking a backseat in this episode and letting our listeners do the talking. You called in and texted your advice for creating a peaceful environment in your home. Leave us a review if you find any of these tips helpful! Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our...
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Physical & Spiritual Nourishment in Motherhood with Aja Maria Floral | Ep 256
A priceless conversation about finding yourself in motherhood with one of our favorite gals, Aja Maria! Aja is a wife, mother of 4 girls, and business owner. She has a wealth of knowledge: from proper nourishment, managing a home, and raising daughters while building a business. You can find Aja...
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Amazon Finds & Getting Out of a Rut | Ep 255
Summer is here and we’re taking a pulse check on life right now. We cover recent Amazon purchases, upcoming summer plans, and our most reliable tricks for turning a bad day around. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our podcast, we ask you to prayerfully consider...
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Guy Friends & Housework while Mothering | Ep 254
Breaking up with a guy over an emotional affair and balancing housework with play. A much-needed episode catching up on tea-filled listener voicemails and offering practical advice for stay-at-home and work-from-home moms. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our...
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Life Through a Lens of Abundance | Ep 253
How do we break out of a scarcity mindset? And what does a realistic abundance mindset look like for Catholic women? From our ideal homeschool setup, to tithing and stewarding our finances, to making the most of our time, we’re having a practical conversation about peace and abundance.. Call or...
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The Birds & The Bees, The Stories Our Parents Told | Ep 252
How did you learn about sex, puberty, and periods? So many of you sent us stories of how your parents taught (or failed to teach) you about sex. This episode is hilarious, enlightening, and educational from start to finish. You’ll leave the episode with a better idea of what to do and what not to...
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Husbands: How to Get Them Involved & Prioritize Health | Ep 251
You asked for big sister advice and we’re here to give it to you! We’re chatting about how to navigate the transition to parenthood alongside your husband, communication without nagging in marriage, and cultivating meaningful community. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been…
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Megan & Avery’s Love Story | Ep 250
Avery joins Megan on the podcast to reminisce and share the untold details of their love story, from their friendship as teenagers to spouses and parents of 4. Don’t miss this rare conversation of Megan and Avery together. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our...
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Cecilia’s Birth Story | Ep 249
Philomena Celine is here! Cecilia and Patrick sit down to share Cecilia’s birth story of laboring at home, delivering at the hospital, and the early days of postpartum as parents to 2 under 2. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our podcast, we ask you to prayerfully...
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Gentle Motherhood Without Gentle Parenting | Ep 248
Everything we wish we knew about how to be a gentle mother! We’re sharing the wisdom we’ve learned and offering a loving and responsive approach to motherhood that doesn’t fit the gentle parenting mold. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our podcast, we ask you to...
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Wisdom for Marriage with Mary Lenaburg | Ep 247
Ask Mary anything! Our beloved friend & mentor, Mary Lenaburg is back on the podcast to share her wisdom about marriage and answer your questions. Looking for more of Mary’s wisdom? You can find her on Instagram @marylenaburg, on her podcast, The Mary and Jerry Podcast, in one of her amazing…
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How We “Do It All” | Ep 246
How do we prioritize our families as entrepreneurs with small children at home? We’re taking you behind-the-scenes of our work and home lives to discuss our different family systems that allow us to take care of our children and manage our businesses. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If...
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Prayer When Long Distance, Confusing Breakups, & Missing Milestones | Ep 245
How can you make the most of long distance dating & marriages? Do you tell your ex-boyfriend’s fiancée that he’s lying to her? Should you be a SAHM even though you’re worried you won’t like it? Tune into our juicy hotline episode as we respond to your voicemails & texts. Call or Text Our Hotline:...
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Creating a Holy & Confident Birth, with Nurse Eve | Ep 244
How can we integrate our Catholic Faith into birth education, pregnancy, and our birth experiences? We sit down with Eve from Holy Confident Birth to learn from her expertise as a Catholic mother, doula, registered nurse, and birth educator. We discuss the nuances of holistic birth education, how...
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Old School Love Stories | Ep 243
We’re sharing the best sweep-you-off-your-feet love stories about your parents and grandparents. Tune into our love story episode for old fashioned, whirlwind romances that’ll inspire you to go the extra mile. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our podcast, we ask…
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The Annual In’s & Out’s | Ep 242
Asking for help? In. Daily sweet treats? Out. We’re taking a look at what we want to cultivate in 2026 with our in's & out's for this year. Make a list of what’s in and what’s out for your year and tune in to see if you agree with us! Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed…
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Embarrassing Moments + Comfort/Cute Don’t Compete | Ep 241
An engaged gal’s nightmare, an unpleasant Christmas surprise, and an offhanded comment from another mom. We’re catching up on some juicy voicemails & sharing our favorite ways to pull together a cute and comfy outfit. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our podcast…
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We’re Back + Meg’s Birth Story | Ep 240
The birth story you’ve been waiting for! Tune in to hear the unexpected details of Meg’s home birth story and postpartum reflections as she embraces life as a mom of 4. Call or Text Our Hotline: 312-775-2615 If you’ve been blessed by our podcast, we ask you to prayerfully consider supporting us…
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Is it Just a Season, or Just Life? + Order in Marriage | Ep 239
Catch up on our Thanksgiving breaks, including an ER visit for the Wells, break down a thought provoking question from Cecilia about using the phrase “season” in hard times, and be reminded of what order in marriage truly looks like. Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and tell us your What In The...
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Weight focused BF, Attractive hobbies, & Meal Planning | Ep 238
We're breaking down a raging red flag in a boyfriend, to discussing what men deem as “most attractive hobbies”. But let’s not forget all men are loved most by food…! We also share our gold nuggets when it comes to meal prep and planning as busy wives and mothers. Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615...
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What about Santa Claus & Communion in the Hand? | Ep 237
Breaking through the typical girl chat to share some recent political thoughts while hopping right back into our usual groove to ponder the topic of receiving Communion in the hand vs the tongue and then answering questions about Santa Claus and productivity. Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and...
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Balls, Basements, Blonde Espresso, & Bunko | Ep 236
The military ball details you wanted to know, a true 5 star review for basements, Meg’s coffee debacle, some call ins, & is Mahjong the new Bunko? A classic girl chat episode that you’ll want to join in on! Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and tell us your What In The Dang Heck moment, Heck Yes,...
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Made up Martyrdom + An Obligation to Say No | Ep 235
Inspiring excerpts from books, words of honesty and accountability from our husbands, and a hotline call that had our eyeballs popping out of our sockets. In true fashion, this conversation goes in every direction, but always aims to land on virtue, order, and truth. Ring our HOTLINE at...
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True Health for Every Woman, with Ginny Noce | Ep 234
Why it should be called an ovulation cycle instead of a menstrual cycle, the PMS symptoms you’ve been told are normal but are not, & a hot take about the MAHA movement! Ginny, @thewomenshealthrn chats about all the things she would go back and tell her younger self about health. It’s impossible…
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Bringing Girlhood Into Motherhood + Vice Versa | Ep 233
How do we bring the playfulness, creativity, & beauty of girlhood into motherhood? And what about the nurturing, homemaking, loving qualities of motherhood into girlhood? Is it possible to intertwine them all and meet a more full version of womanhood? Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and tell us...
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Fear in Decision Making + Making Moves on a Man | Ep 232
The most baller “drop the handkerchief move” from a call in, coupled with some discussion about how fear impacts some of the biggest decisions we can make. Also… why is this one thing a universal truth about nail salons…? Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and tell us your What In The Dang Heck...
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And Just Like That… Both are Pregnant | Ep 231
At this point, nobody is shocked, but we lay out all of the fun pregnancy details for you anyways. Like the fact that Cecilia doesn’t get sick during her pregnancies?! And Meg has a what?! Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and tell us your What In The Dang Heck moment, Heck Yes, Heck No, or ask…
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From VP to Burnout with Kristin @onehailmaryatatime | Ep 230
Catholic Wife, Mother of 8, and Vice President in Banking for 15 years, Kristin (@onehailmaryatatime & @manyhailmarysatatime) shares her motherhood experiences and deep wisdom through a completely transparent conversation. Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and tell us your What In The Dang Heck...
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Gals are Back Together: “Kids are Expensive?” + Faith in Action | Ep 229
It’s 10pm, we’re on the couch together praying the kiddos stay asleep, and the conversation goes from delirious, to deep, to goofy and back. Just how we like it! Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and tell us your What In The Dang Heck moment, Heck Yes, Heck No, or ask for some advice! If you’ve…
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Priorities & Career in the Wake of Vocation, With Alden McRae | Ep 228
@aldenleemcrae joins us this week! We chat about her pull between law school and wanting to be ready for a family when entering marriage. How did she make her decision? How did she honor her God-given talents while also best prepare for her vocation? Her experience is one so many of us have or…
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Prudent in Spending, Hosting Kids, & He’s Not The One | Ep 227
Do you touch your savings if it means alone time with your spouse? How do you host families if you don’t have any kids yourself? And what’s a tell-tale sign to know he’s NOT the one? We give the hard truths, tangible tips, and honest feedback in this episode. Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and...
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How a Mother of 7 Approaches Work + Family, with Mary Katherine Wathen | Ep 226
A dear friend and mentor, Mary Katherine Wathen (@marykwathen), shares how she walks in order and peace in a season of busy motherhood and intentional work. An episode to keep in your back pocket when those moments of overwhelm strike. Check out her new book, Made For More Ring our HOTLINE at...
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Leaving Children for Vacay + Hosting When it’s Hard | Ep 225
When is it okay to leave your kiddos for time with your husband, AND… why is it important to do so occasionally? How do you host in a home you aren’t happy with or proud of? How can you make hosting easier? Chatting about all the necessary things this Monday morning. Tune in! Ring our HOTLINE at...
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A Husband’s Take on SAHMs | Ep 224
Meg brings on two close friends, Alex + Ryan, to share their honest journeys to having both of their wives stay at home with their kiddos. Two different walks, approaches, thought processes, and experiences, but all rooted in love of their wife, children, and vocations. This is the kind of…
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Men/Women Friendships & Things That Inspire Us | Ep 223
CC and Meg debate about whether or not men and women coworkers can be friends once they’re married… and then they EVENTUALLY move the convo onto more thought provoking topics, quotes, and posts that left us inspired in the past week. Ring our HOTLINE at 312-775-2615 and tell us your What In The...
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You’re all thinking it, but we’re the gals who say it. Tune in for your weekly dose of humor, countless heck yes & heck no moments, and our pure love for JC and His Church. Political correctness is out of touch, but the wine better be at your fingertips. What in the dang heck, it’s like you’re hanging with your bffs, creepily eavesdropping, and a girls night all wrapped up into two little earbuds. Make sure to slide into our hotline (312-775-2615), and hit us with YOUR “what in dang heck” moments! Listen. Laugh. Share.
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